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Course Outline
Linux Router Fundamentals and Planning
- Examining the role of a Linux router in office and lab settings.
- Comprehending WAN, LAN, gateway concepts, and basic traffic flow.
- Identifying necessary interfaces, packages, and deployment assumptions.
- Planning IP addressing schemes, interface roles, and router services.
Configuring Network Interfaces with Netplan
- Identifying and validating network interfaces on the Linux host.
- Configuring WAN and LAN interfaces using Netplan.
- Enabling persistent IP forwarding to support routing.
Implementing Routing, NAT, and Basic Firewall Rules
- Gaining insight into packet forwarding and source NAT within router setups.
- Creating iptables rules for NAT and LAN-to-WAN forwarding.
- Permitting return traffic and essential administrative access.
- Saving and restoring firewall rules across system reboots.
Providing DHCP and Local DNS with dnsmasq
- Installing and configuring dnsmasq for the LAN segment.
- Defining DHCP ranges, gateway options, and upstream DNS settings.
- Binding dnsmasq to the appropriate interface and validating leases.
- Testing client address assignment and name resolution processes.
Testing, Troubleshooting, and Hardening
- Verifying end-to-end connectivity from LAN clients to the WAN.
- Utilizing standard Linux tools to inspect routes, rules, interfaces, and services.
- Troubleshooting common issues related to forwarding, NAT, and DHCP.
- Applying fundamental operational and security best practices for router hosts.
Hands-on Build and Review
- Constructing a functional custom Linux router based on a defined scenario.
- Validating configuration persistence and service startup behavior.
- Reviewing configuration files and recovery procedures.
- Summarizing key lessons learned and outlining next steps.
Requirements
- Fundamental understanding of TCP/IP networking, including IP addressing, subnetting, and default gateways.
- Basic proficiency in Linux command-line administration and experience editing configuration files.
- General experience with Linux system administration.
Audience
- Linux System Administrators
- Network Administrators
- IT Support and Infrastructure Engineers
14 Hours
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